Publication

The Himalayas are the water tower of Asia. But this water source and those from other mountain ranges on the Tibetan Plateau are under increasing pressure. In light of this, this publication outlines 1) the plateau’s evolving hydrology and its downstream effects, within the context of Asia’s changing water dynamics; 2) how transboundary water resources intersect with the geopolitical interests and perspectives of major and minor powers in Asia; 3) the relationships between water and security in the region, and more. The text’s authors also look at how the US could respond to the water security situation in Asia.